Razor turtles in captivity need to bask in their backs, although they are deep-water turtles and like to live in deep water, so they can not bask in the sun. However, it is best to dry their backs regularly for artificially bred razor turtles, which can be of great help to their growth and development.

More sunshine can kill most bacteria on their carapace and avoid problems such as rotten armor, rotten skin and rotten armor. It can also promote their absorption of vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients to avoid the occurrence of rickets. Increase their resistance and immunity, reduce the probability of illness, and strengthen their physique.

If breeders want to bask in their backs, they can prepare a balcony for them, so that they can climb to the balcony to bask in their backs by themselves. Although more sun exposure is of great benefit to them, breeders should also avoid direct sunlight, and a sun visor should be built in the water area to avoid sun exposure. There is no strict requirement on the time for razor turtles to bask in the sun. Razor turtles don't need to bask in the sun every day, and breeders can give them the sun once a week. Generally speaking, it takes 2-3 hours to bask in the sun at a time. If it is a low temperature season, the time to bask in the sun can be extended. If you can't receive natural light, you can install a back lamp, which can heat up and bask in the sun.